In 2011, Awolnation – aka Aaron Bruno – released Sail, then watched it become a slowburning smash. The catchy single is unlike the rest of his Nineties-influenced output but, he promises David Smyth, his first London gig will be 'monstrous'

For a decade, Mike Rosenberg — aka Passenger — was happy busking, quietly releasing albums and supporting his famous friend, Ed Sheeran, on tour. But a surprise hit song and a bold new album are putting the pair on a par